MSK Advanced Physiotherapy Practitioner - Band 8a

Transformationunitgm; England; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare service provider in the UK seeks an MSK Advanced Physiotherapy Practitioner to deliver high-quality musculoskeletal therapy. The role involves managing a complex caseload of patients and assisting in the operational management of the MSK service. The ideal candidate will have HCPC registration and experience managing challenging projects, as well as strong commitment and time management skills. This position offers a competitive salary range and a supportive working environment.

Benefits

Competitive benefits

Training schemes

Supportive working environment

Qualifications

• Registered with HCPC.
• Strong organizational skills required.
• Experience managing complex projects necessary.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality MSK therapy to patients.
• Manage complex caseloads of MSK patients.
• Assist in operational management of the service.

Skills

HCPC registration

Excellent time management

Ability to travel to off-site venues

Job description

MSK Advanced Physiotherapy Practitioner - Band 8a

Employer: Epsom and St Helier University Hospitals NHS Trust
Location: Surrey Downs Health & Care Community Services, Town Surrey
Salary: £34.10 - £54.56 (Hourly)
Closing date: 31/01/2026 23:59

Overview

The Sutton Health and Care MSK service (SHC MSK) provides planned outpatient care for residents of Sutton. It offers triage, diagnosis optimisation, and therapies for injury, post‑surgery recovery, and long‑term MSK conditions. First Contact Practitioners (FCPs) are based in Carshalton, South Sutton, and Central Sutton PCN. The service supports Epsom and St Helier Hospital Fracture Clinic and the ESTH Spinal Elective Service.

Main Duties

• Deliver safe, high‑quality MSK therapy to patients.
• Assist with operational management and strategic development of the MSK service.
• Continuously develop personal specialist practice in MSK therapy.
• Participate in a specialist MSK training programme with rotation across sites.
• Provide education and training to junior therapists and students.
• Contribute to research, audit and evaluation of clinical practice.
• Act as a clinical resource regarding MSK conditions.
• Support development and sustainment of policies, protocols and guidelines.

Clinical Responsibilities

• Serve as a specialist MSK clinical resource within community services.
• Assist with development of relevant policies, protocols, pathways and guidelines.
• Maintain and develop knowledge and skills for practice as a specialist musculoskeletal therapist.
• Use specialist dexterity, coordination and palpation senses for assessment and treatment.
• Employ highly specialist rehabilitation and exercise therapy skills.
• Deliver evidence‑based specialist musculoskeletal therapy to a caseload of patients.
• Manage a caseload of MSK patients within the service.
• Reach valid, reliable and comprehensive patient‑centred conclusions regarding diagnosis, prognosis and management.
• Communicate effectively with diverse patients, including those with language, hearing, visual or cognitive challenges.
• Empower patients to make informed choices about their health.
• Collaborate with medical, nursing and allied health professionals to ensure a coordinated multidisciplinary service.
• Maintain comprehensive records in line with legal and departmental requirements; provide letters and reports.
• Comply with professional codes of practice, guidelines, trust policies and local policies at all times.
• Be professionally and legally responsible and accountable for all aspects of your own work.

Person Specification

Skills

• HCPC registration.
• Excellent time management and commitment.
• Ability to travel to off‑site venues when required.

Experience

• Experience managing complex projects.
• Significant post‑registration hospital pharmacy experience at a senior level.

Benefits

We offer competitive benefits, including the London high‑cost area supplement, training schemes and a supportive working environment.

Further Information

PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS POSITION MAY CLOSE EARLIER THAN THE STATED CLOSING DATE IF A SUFFICIENT NUMBER OF APPLICATIONS ARE RECEIVED. IF YOU WISH TO APPLY FOR THIS POSITION, YOU ARE ADVISED TO SUBMIT YOUR APPLICATION AS SOON AS POSSIBLE.

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For new entrants into the NHS, pay under the Agenda for Change or Medical & Dental Pay Bands will normally be set at the minimum of the advertised pay band.

If you apply and do not hear from us within 4 weeks of the closing date, please assume that you have not been short‑listed for interview on this occasion.

ESTH values diversity and is committed to the recruitment and retention of underrepresented minority groups. We particularly welcome applications from black, Asian and minority ethnic candidates, LGBTQ+ candidates and candidates with disabilities.

As a Disability Confident Employer we are working to create a workplace that enables all staff to reach their full potential. We are committed to this because we know that greater diversity and inclusion will lead to an even greater positive impact for the people we serve.

Internal applicants from underrepresented minority groups are encouraged to seek development support such as work shadowing and interview skills coaching. Please contact the recruitment team for more information.

Employer Certification / Accreditation Badges

You must have appropriate UK professional registration. This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and a Disclosure to the Disclosure and Barring Service will be required.